Barking dog rules in Cranston, RI — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Cranston Title 6 (Animals) and noise ordinance Ch. 8.20 address animal noise. Habitual barking or howling constitutes a noise disturbance subject to the disorderly house provisions. Two formal complaints from separate domiciles are required for enforcement.
Under Cranston's animal ordinance (Title 6) and noise control chapter, dogs that habitually bark, howl, or create persistent noise are considered a nuisance. The noise ordinance requires two formal written complaints from witnesses residing in separate domiciles before a summons can be issued. The animal control division responds to complaints. The disorderly house provision (Sec. 8.12.100.E) applies to properties where noise convictions, including animal noise, occur within a three-year period. Property owners may assert reasonable efforts to address violations as a defense.
Noise violation fines apply: $250 first offense, $350 second, $500 third within 60 days. Animal control may issue separate citations under Title 6.
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